Post Workout High Protein Salmon: Teriyaki Salmon with Brown Rice and Broccoli Recipe

Teriyaki salmon, brown rice, broccoli — the complete post workout plate. Protein, carbs, micronutrients, and flavor. Everything your body needs after training.

Cook 30 min Difficulty NORMAL 540 kcal
#mediterranean #high protein #diabetic friendly #DASH
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • salmon fillets 12 oz
  • brown rice, cooked 2 cups
  • broccoli florets 3 cups
  • green onion, sliced 2 tbsp
Seasonings/Sauce
  • soy sauce 3 tbsp
  • honey 1 tbsp
  • rice vinegar 1 tbsp
  • minced garlic 1 tsp
  • minced ginger 1 tsp
  • sesame oil 1 tsp
  • black pepper 1 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 54 g 40%
Protein 38 g 28%
Fat 16 g 27%
Serving size 420g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Simmer for 3–4 minutes, stirring until the sauce thickens slightly. Remove from heat and stir in the sesame oil.

  2. 2

    Pat salmon fillets dry, season with black pepper, and place them skin-side down in a nonstick skillet preheated over medium-high heat.

  3. 3

    Let salmon cook for 3–4 minutes until the skin becomes crisp. Flip and brush tops generously with the teriyaki sauce, lowering heat to medium to avoid burning.

  4. 4

    Cover skillet and cook salmon for another 2–4 minutes, until it is opaque in the center and flaky (internal temp 125°F). Avoid overcooking—remove from pan and rest for 2 minutes.

  5. 5

    While salmon cooks, steam broccoli florets for 5 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Fluff the brown rice and divide onto plates.

  6. 6

    To assemble, top rice with the teriyaki-glazed salmon, serve broccoli alongside, and garnish salmon with sliced green onion. Spoon remaining teriyaki sauce over the dish.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The salmon fillets are the core ingredient, providing the primary source of lean protein and rich flavor. Its pairing with teriyaki sauce creates the signature taste, while brown rice and broccoli balance the plate with complex carbs and micronutrients.
Q. How do I prevent overcooking the salmon?
Cook the salmon skin-side down at medium-high heat for crispness, then flip and brush with teriyaki sauce, reducing to medium to avoid burning. Cover and cook only until opaque and flaky (internal temp 125°F), then rest for 2 minutes off heat—this ensures juicy texture and prevents dryness.
Q. What nutritional profile does this dish provide per serving?
Each serving contains about 540 kcal, with 38g protein (28%), 54g carbohydrates (40%), and 16g fat (27%). This balanced macros make it ideal for post-workout recovery, emphasizing muscle repair and sustained energy.
Q. Which ingredient most defines the flavor of the dish?
The homemade teriyaki sauce—soy sauce, honey, vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil—gives the salmon its distinctive sweet-savory glaze, elevating its flavor and enhancing the rice and broccoli sides.
Q. Is this recipe suitable for Mediterranean or diabetic-friendly diets?
Yes. With lean salmon, whole grain brown rice, and steamed broccoli, this meal aligns with Mediterranean principles and is diabetic-friendly due to the use of complex carbs and a moderate carb amount (54g per serving).
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